Three Wisconsin players featured in The Athletic’s College Football ‘Freaks’ list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Three Wisconsin Badgers transfers made The Athletic’s annual College Football ‘Freaks’ list for 2026. Junior Poyser, a defensive lineman from Buffalo, ranked 46th with impressive physical metrics, including a 4.55 shuttle time. Running back Abu Sama, transferred from Iowa State, took the 53rd spot after an impactful 732-yard season. Cornerback Javan Robinson, coming in at 77th after transferring from Arizona State, demonstrated speed and physicality, clocking a 4.32 40-yard dash. The list highlights unique athletic talent expected to contribute significantly to Wisconsin’s football program this season.
- •Junior Poyser ranks 46th on the Freaks list.
- •Abu Sama secures the 53rd position after a solid season at Iowa State.
- •Javan Robinson is 77th, known for speed and tackling ability.
- •All athletes are transfers expected to impact Wisconsin's roster.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Badgers transfers make The Athletic’s annual College Football ‘Freaks’ list
"Wisconsin has some of the top athletes in the country on its roster.
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